EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — After slowly walking off the field under his own power on Sunday afternoon at MetLife Stadium, veteran center Ryan Kelly was immediately evaluated for a concussion.

That update from the Vikings served as a sobering moment in a rather meaningless game against the New York Giants.

This would be the third time Kelly has suffered a concussion this season alone and the sixth time his has been documented with a concussion in his career. He has already spent time on injured reserve this season as the result of a concussion.

There was a lot of discussion between everybody involved regarding whether Kelly should return in any capacity. He made it clear that he wanted to play and he’s been wearing a guardian cap since being activated from injured reserve.

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